Easy & Juicy Bake Mama's Chicken &amp - BelleRecipe

Ingredients

• 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
• 1 cup white rice, uncooked
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup frozen peas and carrots mix
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup cream of chicken soup
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional